Man I am so glad you are back on UA-cam. There has been a massive Franklin sized hole for a long time. You were the massive influence that got me into smoking in the 1st place. Absolute legend & the video is awesome !!
Love your vids Franklin, Thanks for sharing, that's exactly what I will do this Thursday morning following your advice. Can't wait to try this ! As always big fan over here !
I tried this today and I have to say this is the best smoked turkey I’ve ever done. Two things I took away from this video was fire management with smaller logs and tightly wrapping in foil at 135 F. Thanks for the tips.
After watching every single video back to back and changing my life forever about 8 years ago, I never thought I'd get another one. I know what I'm thankful for this year!
I just made this and it was the best Turkey I’ve ever had! So moist and tender! I used salt, rosemary, thyme, sage, and garlic powder. Not too much just lightly seasoned and it was AMAZING!!
The artist at work, no one even comes close to his absolute mastery of the offset cooker. Look at the results, to perfection. He is, and will remain the man. Great vid. Thanks
Franklin makes me think that he could be Johnny Knoxville's older brother with the way he looks and his goofy sense of humor. I love it. Good job, my man.
You want to know how good Aaron Franklin is. He has over half a million subscribers and his last video was posted over 5yrs ago. This man tough me how to BBQ. Definitely going down as a Legend in the BBQ world in my opinion.
I tried this method this year for Thanksgiving and it worked like a charm. It was the best Turkey I'd ever smoked on the Pit, juicy, nice but not over powering smoke flavor. Outstanding method. Thanks so very much!
@Aaron I was going to ask if you used salted or unsalted butter but I found an image of the butter blend that you're holding and it's Sun Glow European Butter Blend and the wrapper with green print is their unsalted version. I've never seen the Sun Glow Brand where I live but at least I know you're using unsalted butter, I would imagine the butter will pick up some salt flavor from the salt on the turkey. I like to soak the turkey in buttermilk for 12 hours then wash off all the buttermilk before smoking or roasting, I use an extra big zip top bag and a half gallon of buttermilk then put it in a cooler with ice breast side down. It's good to see you making videos again, I hope you keep making more.
Always excited to see an Aaron Franklin video, informative and funny. This guy is the reason i got into BBQ 10 years ago. Got to visit Franklin BBQ in September of 2018 and had the best brisket in my life, but that’s not really surprising now is it. Props to the King of modern BBQ. 🙌🏼
I think this is the documented version for note takers. Franklin's BBQ Turkey 1/ Season with Kosher Salt breast side and bottom and under wings 2/ Put on Pit Breast-side up near smoke stack with Legs pointing toward firebox @ 225F for 1.5 hours + spritz with ACV and rotate the Turkey 1/3 3/ Check Breast Temp @ 133-135, pull off Pit and Wrap with 2lb of room-temp Butter + Foil tightly double wrapped Breast-side down + 2x Temp Probes for Breast and Leg and put into a foil pan 4/ Back on PIT and let it rock for @ 285-300F for 1.5 hours (Thighs 175F, Breast 151-159F). Capture the melted butter into a small saucer pan to spoon over Turkey on the main plate. 5/ Let it REST for a bit. Optional: Put it back in oven LOW 350F, get the remaining butter from pan hot and pour over it before carving and serving.
@@alteredlifeyou could also make your own by whipping together a softened unsalted butter with some high smoke point oil like canola or avocado. Just don’t incorporate too much or your butter won’t firm up. Put back in fridge to form and then take out when you need it
Most people won't understand or appreciate what this king has done for cooking and food culture in this country. He helped level up basically an entire generation of aspiring bbq enthusiasts, professionals and philosophers. Wise folks will understand.
Hey Aaron, just moved from Canada to Austin and we're neighbours. Walked by lines for weeks not but last Tuesday it was 10am and like 9 people in line. Was on my way for street tacos and thought the opportunity was to good to pass up. Had a bit of everything. Gotta say that turkey was delicious! That brisket however made me want to commit felonies to get more. Will be bringing my mom by in February when she visits. Looking forward to it.
The fam loved this. We used to inject the cajun blend before cooking the bird. I added lowreys and did just like you showed. The fam said no more injections. Doing it this way for Xmas and from now on. Thanks a million!
Awesome video so glad to see you put something out after like 9 years! You’ve been a massive inspiration to me in the UK and guess what! I’m in the process of opening my own smokehouse! Keep the videos coming please! 😊
At 1st glance I thought this was one of his old videos. After realizing it was a new video it made my holidays. Thanks and welcome back Aaron. Have a great Thanksgiving man.
Welcome back my dude! It’s been way too long. I appreciate you taking the time out your hectic schedule to get all of us some long awaited videos. Already looking forward to the next one.
Mr. Franklin, I happen to be smoking a big bird for Thanksgiving, I already have my game plan but when I saw this video as I was scrolling I knew I had to watch you sir, knowing that I may change my said “game plan”. Glad you gave us just the basics leaving us room to adjust.
Back in the late 1960s almost all of the guys had sideburns like yours!! Thanks for the informational video, I have a turkey ready to go to my offset smoker!
You are a Legend, but you know that. Happy to see a fresh video right on time for the T-day. Your instructional videos have been what got me into smoking 3-4 years ago.
That has to be the prettiest looking Bird I have ever seen! Would like to have that sweet looking thing at my table center piece for the Fam! We love AF❤
Welcome back my friend, you've stepped up my q theology for a long time and can see the only changes after all this is some proud grey. Another fine cook and one that'll be enjoyed as you with yours. Enjoy.
Hi Aaron, When I talk BBQ, I'm just repeating what you have taught me. You make me look like I know what I'm talking about. The thing is my old smoker Is small and doesn't preform very well. My friends have bought the bigger smokers and kick my but. I hope someday I can find a Franklin used for sale very cheap so I can put out the best BBQ around. My BBQ is good like 80's and 90's BBQ but now a days the key seems to be smoke or temp control. If you ever hear of a good deal of somebody upgrading to a newer model send them my way. I love your videos so please keep making them. I really get your hummer. Happy holidays to you and your BBQ family.
Here on Wed before Thanksgiving 2024!!
Same! I've done this last few years (way less butter tho) and it's always a hot.
Man I am so glad you are back on UA-cam. There has been a massive Franklin sized hole for a long time. You were the massive influence that got me into smoking in the 1st place. Absolute legend & the video is awesome !!
Yep. Me too
Me three
Hole
@@moveclocks4150 thank you for that. I bet you are the life of the party 🎊
@@BigAlsBBQ No problem, just on a mission to help stupid people. See look you even changed it, good job you get a star.⭐️
Who wants Smoked Turkey? The turkey I cooked in the video is roughly a 12 pound bird. 🤤🦃 Hit that 🔔to get all notifications on new videos.
Me!
Can you not wait six years to make another video
Would a map gas torch suffice to crisp the skin
Love your vids Franklin, Thanks for sharing, that's exactly what I will do this Thursday morning following your advice. Can't wait to try this ! As always big fan over here !
I loved your moker grill!
It feels sooooo good to se a Franklin video again, it makes me remember why I started smoking meats.
I tried this today and I have to say this is the best smoked turkey I’ve ever done. Two things I took away from this video was fire management with smaller logs and tightly wrapping in foil at 135 F. Thanks for the tips.
First upload in fives years. Absolutely epic.
I watch Franklins PBS thanksgiving ever year. Now I’ll be watching this ever year too!
After watching every single video back to back and changing my life forever about 8 years ago, I never thought I'd get another one. I know what I'm thankful for this year!
Definitely have missed your videos, Aaron. Nice break from rewatching your MasterClass repeatedly. Happy Holidays!
I just made this and it was the best Turkey I’ve ever had! So moist and tender! I used salt, rosemary, thyme, sage, and garlic powder. Not too much just lightly seasoned and it was AMAZING!!
Glad to see you’re back on UA-cam! I really appreciate all the videos you’ve made. Thanks for the lessons.
Welcome back! Glad to see an OG still hanging with it.
The artist at work, no one even comes close to his absolute mastery of the offset cooker. Look at the results, to perfection. He is, and will remain the man. Great vid. Thanks
Dang, everybody beat me to it. Glad your back. Thank you for all the help and showing the how to. Try to say hi ever now and then. We miss you
The man the myth the legend
I love that you keep it simple yet show all the details to get it right. Visiting your restaurant is definitely a bucket list item for our family.
Yes the man is back!!!!
More hyped on this than the next Marvel movie!
Not all heroes wear capes
???
Antman 3 will be great
Marvel 🤦♂️
Hahaaa 😂
Franklin makes me think that he could be Johnny Knoxville's older brother with the way he looks and his goofy sense of humor. I love it. Good job, my man.
Maybe Knoxville’s younger brother…. Johnny’s 7 or 8 years older.
I can see that.
You want to know how good Aaron Franklin is. He has over half a million subscribers and his last video was posted over 5yrs ago. This man tough me how to BBQ. Definitely going down as a Legend in the BBQ world in my opinion.
I tried this method this year for Thanksgiving and it worked like a charm. It was the best Turkey I'd ever smoked on the Pit, juicy, nice but not over powering smoke flavor. Outstanding method. Thanks so very much!
@Aaron I was going to ask if you used salted or unsalted butter but I found an image of the butter blend that you're holding and it's Sun Glow European Butter Blend and the wrapper with green print is their unsalted version.
I've never seen the Sun Glow Brand where I live but at least I know you're using unsalted butter, I would imagine the butter will pick up some salt flavor from the salt on the turkey.
I like to soak the turkey in buttermilk for 12 hours then wash off all the buttermilk before smoking or roasting, I use an extra big zip top bag and a half gallon of buttermilk then put it in a cooler with ice breast side down.
It's good to see you making videos again, I hope you keep making more.
Thanks for this information!
“Oooooooh! Sorry about that.” Cracked me up! Thanks for the awesome video.
Watching Aaron Cook just makes me happy.
The man, the myth, the legend!
Looks so....mauvelus! I love smoking turkeys. The carcass makes excellent stock for bean soup on those cold days.
THANK YOU SO MUCH. VERY SIMPLE, BASIC AND QUCK!!!! HAPPY THANKSGIVING BBQ !!!!!
Happy to see Aaron showing us some recipes again. Amazing.
Thanksgiving 2024- Let's Go!
Love the tip about not using oil or butter while it smokes. Never knew that.
Always excited to see an Aaron Franklin video, informative and funny. This guy is the reason i got into BBQ 10 years ago. Got to visit Franklin BBQ in September of 2018 and had the best brisket in my life, but that’s not really surprising now is it. Props to the King of modern BBQ. 🙌🏼
Smoked a turkey last year dry brine, it was amazing. Couldn’t believe how juicy it was. Now this year I’m selling turkeys 😅
I think this is the documented version for note takers. Franklin's BBQ Turkey
1/ Season with Kosher Salt breast side and bottom and under wings
2/ Put on Pit Breast-side up near smoke stack with Legs pointing toward firebox @ 225F for 1.5 hours + spritz with ACV and rotate the Turkey 1/3
3/ Check Breast Temp @ 133-135, pull off Pit and Wrap with 2lb of room-temp Butter + Foil tightly double wrapped Breast-side down
+ 2x Temp Probes for Breast and Leg and put into a foil pan
4/ Back on PIT and let it rock for @ 285-300F for 1.5 hours (Thighs 175F, Breast 151-159F). Capture the melted butter into a small saucer pan to spoon over Turkey on the main plate.
5/ Let it REST for a bit. Optional: Put it back in oven LOW 350F, get the remaining butter from pan hot and pour over it before carving and serving.
What kind of butter? He says butter blend. Is a canola oil / butter blend ok?
@@alteredlife He says restaurant butter blend so who knows?
Thanks Andrew - and of course, Thanks Aaron!
You can go to a chef food services store that restaurants buy their food at and get that butter there
@@alteredlifeyou could also make your own by whipping together a softened unsalted butter with some high smoke point oil like canola or avocado. Just don’t incorporate too much or your butter won’t firm up. Put back in fridge to form and then take out when you need it
At 11:12, I remember seeing that dog in a Turkey video you made around 9 years ago! Good to see it’s still around!
Missed these videos Aaron! Hope we can continue to be blessed with your smoking wisdom
Most people won't understand or appreciate what this king has done for cooking and food culture in this country. He helped level up basically an entire generation of aspiring bbq enthusiasts, professionals and philosophers. Wise folks will understand.
So nice to see a video of yours again. I hope there are many more to come.
i love the summary at the end. Thanks.
Your recipe came out awesome, wrapping it was so key, it’s what kept the turkey from over cooking, thanks man!!
YEAH! He is back, and I even learned something new about oil based products on the skin!
The triumphant return!!! 🎉🎉🎉 Man you are a huge influence on all of us home bbq’ers. Keep it up
You have been missed Franklin ! Glad to see you back . Great video by the way .
glad you are back, cant't wait for more fantastic videos
Glad to see you back! Thanks for the video.
That's a nice custom grill! And always such a great lesson in meat mastery
Welcome back to UA-cam! Got to see your new smoker at BBQ Outfitters in San Antonio. Great stuff!
I have missed your videos. So have my family members who try my meats after I watch your videos.
Hey Aaron, just moved from Canada to Austin and we're neighbours. Walked by lines for weeks not but last Tuesday it was 10am and like 9 people in line. Was on my way for street tacos and thought the opportunity was to good to pass up. Had a bit of everything. Gotta say that turkey was delicious! That brisket however made me want to commit felonies to get more. Will be bringing my mom by in February when she visits. Looking forward to it.
The fam loved this. We used to inject the cajun blend before cooking the bird. I added lowreys and did just like you showed. The fam said no more injections. Doing it this way for Xmas and from now on. Thanks a million!
That is one good looking Bird AF! Your awesome and well appreciated Pit Master for sure!
The people need more Franklin BBQ videos!
First time I see this guy. Good for you! A good example of perhaps being in the right place at the right time!
The Return of the king. We love to see it.
I thought my eyes were deceiving me when I saw you post a new video! Couldn't have come at a better time because I'm smoking a turkey this year!
Always appreciate new content. Thank you.
Awesome video so glad to see you put something out after like 9 years! You’ve been a massive inspiration to me in the UK and guess what! I’m in the process of opening my own smokehouse! Keep the videos coming please! 😊
wow fantastic surprise! great to see you back!
Canadian who just started smoking. Been a lot of fun. Can wait to do your brisket techniques .
Holy smokes!!!! So stoked to see new content.
It is a Christmas Miracle! Franklin is back on UA-cam!
Your UA-cam videos just hit different! Missed them. Thnx for this video hope more to come.
This made me happy to see Aaron back showing us how it's done 😊
At 1st glance I thought this was one of his old videos. After realizing it was a new video it made my holidays. Thanks and welcome back Aaron. Have a great Thanksgiving man.
The legend returns……. My business owes all to you!
My son and I got to meet Aaron in Houston while visiting. Guy is a class act! Great job!
Welcome back my dude! It’s been way too long. I appreciate you taking the time out your hectic schedule to get all of us some long awaited videos. Already looking forward to the next one.
The master is back! Can’t wait to see more of your videos, man. UA-cam definitely was left empty without you.
Aaron the King is back!
Love the commentary on all your techniques.
Hope to see frequent posts in the future!
You were really missed Franklin I’m glad you’re back and glad to see you’re still smoking.
That bird was beautiful! Thanks for the video! Just awesome!
Im rubbing my eyes!! Did Christmas come early?! We get the g.o.a.t. back in our youtube feed?! Hallelujah!
Mr. Franklin, I happen to be smoking a big bird for Thanksgiving, I already have my game plan but when I saw this video as I was scrolling I knew I had to watch you sir, knowing that I may change my said “game plan”.
Glad you gave us just the basics leaving us room to adjust.
We need more Aaron Franklin.
Welcome back! MORE VIDEOS PLEASE! Also, sweet smoker bruh... :)
Back in the late 1960s almost all of the guys had sideburns like yours!! Thanks for the informational video, I have a turkey ready to go to my offset smoker!
Awesome! More videos please! Can’t get enough.
love to see you back!
Thumbs up even before watching
Welcome back big hoss and thanks for comin back!🥳👍🏼
You are a Legend, but you know that. Happy to see a fresh video right on time for the T-day. Your instructional videos have been what got me into smoking 3-4 years ago.
That was very informative. Thank you Aaron
Great video and glad to see you again on UA-cam, Aaron!
I’m in absolute love with your pits, man.
🥰🥰🥰🥰🍻🍻🍻🍻🍻
I had to check to make sure this wasn't old. I've waited so long for a new video!!!
Made my day seeing BBQJesus is back on the tube!
That has to be the prettiest looking Bird I have ever seen! Would like to have that sweet looking thing at my table center piece for the Fam!
We love AF❤
What are the odds that I found this channel a few weeks ago and lo and behold he uploads a video?! Great to see Franklin!
I give this video two thumbs up and added a Franklin pit to my wish list for Santa!
I worked at a place in Chicago that used butter blend all the time, that's awesome!
Man glad to see you back Aaron! Keep ‘em coming!
Welcome back my friend, you've stepped up my q theology for a long time and can see the only changes after all this is some proud grey. Another fine cook and one that'll be enjoyed as you with yours. Enjoy.
@Dm me BBQwithFranklin
So I will repost reply since the first reply disappeared.
Ok, so what now?
Really
Hi Aaron, When I talk BBQ, I'm just repeating what you have taught me. You make me look like I know what I'm talking about. The thing is my old smoker Is small and doesn't preform very well. My friends have bought the bigger smokers and kick my but. I hope someday I can find a Franklin used for sale very cheap so I can put out the best BBQ around. My BBQ is good like 80's and 90's BBQ but now a days the key seems to be smoke or temp control. If you ever hear of a good deal of somebody upgrading to a newer model send them my way. I love your videos so please keep making them. I really get your hummer. Happy holidays to you and your BBQ family.
Great video. Love the Mauviel sauce pan. Huge balls putting it in the firebox
Glad your back to do some cooking on the pit.👍👍👍
Glad to see another video of yours. Just remember folks if you buy a butterball don’t add more salt before dry brineing the bird comes pre salted!
Glad your back man
We missed you Aaron! thanks for some new videos!
Welcome back Franklin.
Enjoyed watching the video! Look forward to more!
Hey Franklin, glad to see you're making videos again. Took you long enough lol.. looking forward to see more of your videos.
After a long time, thankyou for coming back